Central Indiana is bracing for a wintry mix of snow showers and potentially hazardous commutes as the National Weather Service in Indianapolis forecasts a busy end to the day. According to an update from the National Weather Service, today's weather includes the likelihood of snow showers, primarily after 4 p.m., with a 60% chance of precipitation and new snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. As temperatures tip towards the freezing mark, the evening rush hour could be affected with icy conditions anticipated on roadways.
The conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly in the presence of heavy snow showers with little warning. "Snow showers and snow squalls will develop this afternoon and evening across Central Indiana focused especially between 2 pm and 8 pm," the National Weather Service Indianapolis states, warning of "locally heavy at times producing drastically reduced visibilities and brief whiteout conditions as winds gust to around 40 mph." An additional concern highlighted is the potential for flash freezing of surfaces as temperatures fall later today.
Tonight, the likelihood of snow showers continues mainly before 9 p.m., with mostly cloudy conditions giving way to gradual clearing and a predicted low around 14 degrees. Wind chill factors are another concern with values dipping as low as single digits below zero—mainly along or north of the I-70 corridor. Over the next few days, tomorrow offers increasing clouds with a chance of light snow late in the day for northern parts of Central Indiana.
Residents and travelers in the affected areas are urged to prepare for the upcoming conditions. "Traveling will likely be hazardous at times," indicates the special weather statement from the NWS. In terms of the long-term outlook, the weekend will possibly bring showers with a high near 47 on Saturday and up to 90% chance of precipitation. Spotter reports of snowfall and a conditions behalf of the local weather community would be appreciated by the NWS during the adverse weather period.
